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Communications
Journalism
Digital Communications
Cinema History

Multi. Awardwinning social engineer with degrees in the arts,psychology, media and business.

Communications
Journalism
Digital Communications
Cinema History

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About Tasjia

Tash Reddy: A Life of Purpose, Resilience, and Impact

Tash Reddy is a woman who has transformed her pain into purpose, shaping a life dedicated to advocacy, humanitarian efforts, and global impact. A trailblazer from a young age, she shattered the glass ceiling at just 22, becoming the producer of one of East Coast Radio’s most listened-to Drive Time Shows. Her media journey began even earlier, as she earned an honors degree in Film, Radio, Television, and Theatre Production, contributing to renowned projects and being mentored by industry legends such as the late Junaid Ahmed, Satish Dhupelia, and Kessie Govender. A gifted performer, she showcased her acting and dance talents both on stage and on screen, earning recognition for her versatility.

Her influence extended into journalism, where she became a fearless voice for the voiceless as a writer for Independent Newspapers. She was widely lauded for her courageous rescue of a four-month-old baby born to a South African drug smuggler in São Paulo Prison, solidifying her reputation as an advocate for justice. Her bold and often controversial columns on IOL further cemented her status as a powerful force in media.

Turning Tragedy into Triumph

At 29, Reddy faced unimaginable personal loss when she became a widow while pregnant with her second child and raising a toddler. Rather than breaking under the weight of grief, she channeled her pain into purpose, founding an organization to support widows worldwide, advocating for their equal rights, and ensuring they receive the support they deserve. Her intrinsic ability to connect people and businesses led her to act as a global liaison, facilitating collaborations that address societal challenges.

Her humanitarian work has earned her prestigious global roles, including:

Global Goodwill Ambassador for the UN-endorsed Hind Foundation

South African Ambassador for My Body is My Body

Global Ambassador for the Commonwealth Entrepreneur Club

Global Peace Ambassador for INSPAD

Representative for the Human Rights Commission, Amnesty International, and the Talk Love Foundation

A Fierce Advocate for Justice & Social Change

Reddy is a passionate activist against rape, child abuse, and human trafficking, fighting tirelessly for victims and playing an instrumental role in securing convictions against perpetrators. She has also contributed extensively to initiatives like:

Habitat for Humanity

Sunflower Fund

Reach for a Dream

The Big Favour

Winter Warmth

Toy Story

Hospice

TAFTA

uThukela Rape Crisis Centre

South Africa Outreach and Emergencies

Social Welfare Programs

Additionally, she is an organ donor and continues to champion causes that support vulnerable communities.

Awards & Recognition

Reddy’s impact has been widely recognized, earning her numerous accolades, including:

Face of the Millennium (1999)

Top 10 Unsung Indian Heroes in the World

Top 50 Most Beautiful Women in the World

Presidential Award for Humanities

Multiple Women of the Year Awards

Mother Teresa Honoree – Godwin Academy, India

Mrs. Commonwealth Charity 2020

Female Filmmaker of the Year (2016)

Most Influential Woman (2018)

Community Immunity Ambassador – COVID-19 (WHO)

SA 20 Women in History Honoree (recognized by the Nelson Mandela Foundation alongside Fatima Meer, Dia Mirza, and others)

Inductee – Assupol’s South African Museum of Heroes (2021)

Education & Multilingual Expertise

Reddy’s academic accomplishments span multiple disciplines, including:

Film Making, Radio & Television Production, and Journalism

Computer Applications & Intelligence Studies

Human Rights Advocacy & Child Trafficking Advocacy

Women Empowerment & Community Development

Cyberbullying Prevention

International Health & Safety Practices

Doctorates in Counseling Psychology & Humanities

Digital Marketing

She is also fluent in Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, English, Afrikaans, and Hindi, making her a powerful global communicator.

Personal Journey: A Story of Strength & Motherhood

Reddy’s personal resilience is unmatched. After enduring seven miscarriages, she once again turned her pain into purpose by adopting seven children from war-torn and poverty-stricken countries, ensuring they receive an education and a better future.

Her own health battles have been staggering—31 surgeries following the collapse of her spine and hips, the development of a hernia, and tumors in her abdomen where she lost half her stomach, her gallbladder, half her oesophagusand half her colon. With much of her body rebuilt using titanium, she has earned the nickname “Bionic Woman.”
Her struggles led to the creation of the #IAM Foundation, a movement that supports individuals facing disability, abuse, terminal illness, and poverty.

A Legacy of Impact

A devoted single mother to Daniel (20) and Ysabella (11), Reddy’s life is a testament to resilience, strength, and unwavering dedication to creating a better world. She lives by the mantra:

"You only encounter an obstacle when you lose sight of your goal."

From breaking barriers in media to fighting for human rights, empowering women, and inspiring countless individuals across the world, Tash Reddy’s journey is one of profound courage, purpose, and transformation.

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Over 25 years ofexperience in various fields. An expert in the fields of Broadcasting, Journalism, Psychology, Business and Communication.
Multi Award winner. Internationally recognized social engineer and Goodwill Ambassador.Recipient of MotherTheresa award India . Numerous woman of theYear awards.

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